The sommelier masterclasses return to Pavillon Ledoyen

Sommelier Masterclasses Return to Pavillon Ledoyen Following the Great Success of Their First Edition

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Each masterclass takes place in the wine cellar of Pavillon Ledoyen, the most Michelin-starred independent establishment in the world, a confidential space usually closed to the public, housing over 1,000 references from the finest French and international vineyards.

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Four immersive experiences invite guests to explore the world of wine from different perspectives:

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1. The Alchemy of Flavours

When Extraction® Meets Wine

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Discover how Extractions®, the signature technique of Chef Yannick Alléno, interact with wine. This guided tasting explores sauces and great crus, revealing how aromatic concentration and wine structure resonate with one another.

An accessible and educational experience offering a new approach to food and wine pairings.

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€150 — Duration: approx. 1h30

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2. The Art of Terroir & Chocolate Pairing

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An experience centred on the “culinary chocolate” created by Les Chocolats de Yannick Alléno, designed to pair with wines and spirits. A guided tasting of exceptional chocolate bars, sensory analysis, and original pairings between cacao, terroirs and carefully selected bottles.

A playful and indulgent exploration of taste.

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€150 — Duration: approx. 1h30

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3. Burgundy and Its Influences

Terroir, People, Time

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A deep dive into Burgundy through comparative tastings. Explore the impact of soils, winemaking choices and ageing on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, from their purest expressions to the most accomplished cuvées.

An ideal masterclass to deepen one’s understanding of Burgundy’s great wines.

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€250 — Duration: approx. 2h

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4. Quintessence: When Extraction Meets Wine

Masterclass & Dinner

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The experience begins with a masterclass dedicated to Extractions®, offering insight into this signature technique and its influence on food and wine pairings. It then continues with a tasting dinner at the Pavyllon Paris counter*, where each dish is paired with an exceptional wine.

A complete experience to fully embrace Chef Yannick Alléno’s gastronomic and oenological vision.

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€375 — Duration: approx. 3h30

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For all masterclasses, guests may extend their experience with a dinner at the Pavyllon Paris counter*, allowing for immediate application of the pairings explored and a deeper immersion into the contemporary vision of gastronomy and wine championed by Chef Alléno’s team.

An invitation to refine the palate, to understand taste differently, and to experience wine as a language in its own right.